1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
