1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1145 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.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
