THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1948
- Body style
- Cabriolet
- Engine
- Inline-4
- Type
- Limited
- Displacement
- 1,089 cc
- Power
- 35 CV
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Fiat 1100 Cabriolet (1948) was coachbuilt by Allemano. During this period, the Fiat 1100B Cabriolet was developed as part of Fiat’s post-war resurgence, featuring a blend of practicality and style aimed at the emerging leisure market. The design process involved close collaboration between Fiat engineers and Allemano, emphasizing elegant proportions and refined construction methods, which included the use of lightweight materials to enhance performance while maintaining structural integrity.
Mechanically, the Fiat 1100 Cabriolet was equipped with a chassis that was derived from the Fiat 1100 platform, which was known for its dependable performance and compact dimensions. The vehicle featured a well-balanced suspension system that contributed to its handling characteristics, making it suitable for both urban and rural driving conditions. Powered by an inline-four engine, the model provided adequate power for its class, supporting a smooth driving experience.
In production terms, the Fiat 1100 Cabriolet was produced in limited quantities, with exact figures remaining undocumented. Documentation indicates that the model was showcased at various automotive exhibitions, reflecting its significance in post-war automotive design. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The Fiat 1100B Cabriolet Allemano remains a noteworthy representation of Italian automotive craftsmanship during a transformative era in the industry.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-4
- Displacement
- 1,089 cc
- Power (CV)
- 35 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,400 rpm
- Specification notes
- FIAT 1100 B DONOR BASELINE — 1948 model: inline-four 1089 cc, 35 CV at 4400 rpm. Applied only to engine fields for the Allemano Cabriolet; standard-body dimensions, weight and speed are not inherited. Exact coachbuilt tuning remains open unless directly documented.
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Allemano
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Finarte — 1948 Fiat 1100 B Vignale www.finarte.it | Auction historical reference |
| Automobile-Catalog — 1948 Fiat 1100 B www.automobile-catalog.com | Specialist technical reference |











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