1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 50 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 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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, 2001 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1951 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
