1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 930 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
