1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1986 Dodge Conquest is newer by 30 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest, 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, 1986 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Conquest | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
