1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 54 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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, 2007 Ford Ka, 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, 2007 Ford Ka (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
