1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 58 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 738 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 1400 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
