1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 48 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 300 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, 2001 Ford Laser, 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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2001 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
