1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 522 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 56 L |
