1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Agila 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 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Agila.
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 Vauxhall Agila, 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, both vehicles can yield 87 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1400 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
