1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Fiat 1200 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1200 | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1200 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
Torque | 82 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |