1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 1995 Ford Contour is newer by 39 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Contour weights approximately 437 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.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Contour |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |