1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2002 Honda Acty

To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 52 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.

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, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Fiat 1400 2002 Honda Acty
Make Fiat Honda
Model 1400 Acty
Year Released 1950 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 660 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 139 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 840 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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