1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 55 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, 2006 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka.
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, 2006 Ford Ka, 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, 2006 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
