1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Ford Granada

To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (118 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 190 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Granada (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Fiat 1400 1992 Ford Granada
Make Fiat Ford
Model 1400 Granada
Year Released 1952 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1394 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 118 HP
Torque 88 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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