THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1951
- Body style
- Station Wagon
- 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 Giardinetta (1951) was coachbuilt by Fissore. The development of the Fiat 1100 model line began in the late 1930s, aimed at providing a versatile and economical vehicle for the post-war market. The Giardinetta variant focused on utility and family transport, featuring a distinctively elongated body style that catered to the growing demand for station wagons during this period. The design process involved careful considerations of proportions, with an emphasis on maximizing interior space while maintaining a streamlined exterior, showcasing the craftsmanship of Fissore in the coachbuilding domain. Mechanically, the Fiat 1100 Giardinetta was equipped with an inline-four engine, powering the rear wheels. The chassis utilized a conventional layout, featuring a solid axle at the rear and independent front suspension, which contributed to its practicality and ease of handling. Furthermore, the vehicle’s design included functional elements such as a rear hatch, enhancing accessibility for cargo and passengers alike.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Body & configuration · Legacy attribution
- Giardiniera
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-4
- Displacement
- 1,089 cc
- Power (CV)
- 35 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,400 rpm
- Transmission
- Manual 4-speed
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Specification notes
- Source-backed donor/model-level baseline for Fiat 1100 E (1949–1953): Inline-4, 1089 cc, 35 CV at 4400 rpm, 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive. Coachbuilt-body dimensions, weight and maximum speed are intentionally not inherited.
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Carrozzeria Fissore
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery
No publishable photographs are currently catalogued for this vehicle.
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 |
|---|---|
| Automobile-Catalog — 1949 Fiat 1100 E specifications www.automobile-catalog.com | Specialist technical reference |











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