1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1993 Vauxhall Nova (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1100 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
