1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 42 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1993 Xedos 6, 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Xedos |
Model | 1400 | 6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |