1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |