1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2003 Ford Puma
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 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 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma, 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, 2003 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 2003 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
