1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 46 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 402 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1951 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1951 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
