1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1956 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
