1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 60 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 108 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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1400 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
