1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 37 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (88 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 280 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
