1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 35 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
