1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
