1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica is newer by 51 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, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica.
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, 2004 Toyota Celica, 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, 2004 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1400 | Celica |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |