1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 44 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Acura EL, 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, 1997 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 1400 | EL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
