1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1957 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1957 Fiat 1100 and 1957 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Thunderbird (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 662 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1957 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |