1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 48 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 490 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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |