1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG 1100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1963 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Cinquecento | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
