1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 56 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
