1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 823 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |