1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 1951 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |