1958 Fiat 1900 vs. 1953 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1900 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford 12 M.
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:
| 1958 Fiat 1900 | 1953 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
