1964 Checker Town vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1964 Checker Town is newer by 3 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100.
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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Checker | Fiat |
| Model | Town | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2340 mm |
