1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000

To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 763 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 846 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 2100 2005 Lotec C 1000
Make Fiat Lotec
Model 2100 C 1000
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2052 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 80 HP 843 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 990 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 934 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1150 mm


 

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