1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 847 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
