1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1974 Ford Cortina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 95 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |