1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1953 Fiat 1100 (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
