1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 59 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 245 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2648 mm |
