1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1955 Ford Crestline
To start off, both 1955 Fiat 1400 and 1955 Ford Crestline were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,453 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Crestline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Crestline weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1955 Ford Crestline | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Crestline |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
