1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 130 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (175 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
