1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
