1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 56 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
