1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1989 Honda Integra (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
