1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1035 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
