1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 365 kg more than 1962 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Tesla |
| Model | 1100 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2352 mm |
