1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1968 Ford Zephyr is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 79 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
