1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 39 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 477 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.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 118 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
