1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Monteverdi |
| Model | 1100 | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 125 L |
