1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 240 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 Escort, 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 Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort 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 Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
