1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 35 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
