1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1956 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville 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 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Deauville | 1100 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |