2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 47 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | Beaulieu | 1100 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |