1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |