1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1958 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
