1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 53 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
