1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 46 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
