1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1974 Ford Coin is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Coin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Coin (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Coin should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Coin (146 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Coin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Coin |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
