1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 1,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 8V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 8V weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 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, 1952 Fiat 8V (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 8V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | 8V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 61.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |
