1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint 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 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 1959 Fiat 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint, 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 2100 | Mint |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
