1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 46 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa.
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, 1999 Honda Capa, 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, 1999 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1999 Honda Capa 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. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Capa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
