1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Torino |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |