1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 53 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 202 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.
Because 1960 Fiat 1100 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 1960 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1100 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1100 | 500 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |