1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 567 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
