1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 250 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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1400 | Altea |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |