1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 449 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.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 597 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |