1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird

To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 33 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 801 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 1988 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fiat 1100 1988 Ford Thunderbird
Make Fiat Ford
Model 1100 Thunderbird
Year Released 1955 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 3797 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 1606 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2880 mm


 

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