1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 21 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 195 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, 1974 Ford Capri (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Capri |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |