1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1952 Ford Crestline
To start off, both 1952 Fiat 1400 and 1952 Ford Crestline were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,929 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Crestline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ford Crestline (108 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ford Crestline should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Crestline weights approximately 350 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1952 Ford Crestline | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Crestline |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
