1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 37 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 720 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
