1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 415 kg more than 1955 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
