1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 7 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. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
