1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1984 Ford Telstar is newer by 30 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), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Telstar weights approximately 227 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, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
