1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1199 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
