1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra is newer by 54 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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, 2005 Kia Spectra, 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, 2005 Kia Spectra (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1400 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1094 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
