1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 53 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 405 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |