1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1953 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Cordoba | 1100 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |