1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Impala | 1100 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |