2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 208 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
