1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 947 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100. 2011 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | 1100 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
