1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 35 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 483 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Shadow | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
