1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 47 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 460 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 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, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
