1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 51 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2446 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 167 L |
