1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 59 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 786 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |