1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1953 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, 1971 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1971 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 125 L |
