2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
