1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 51 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 725 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |