1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 39 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1993 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1993 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Vivace | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
