1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 43 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |