1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 645 kg more than 1958 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |