1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 18 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 270 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Capri |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |