1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2002 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
