1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1983 Austin Ambassador is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 400 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Ambassador, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Ambassador | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
