1993 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu Feroza (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Feroza | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
