2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Fiat |
| Model | EB 118 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
