1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 25 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
