2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 775 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.
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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
