1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 24 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 295 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
