1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 52 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, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | Carol |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
