1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Telstar weights approximately 180 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
