1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Renault 4 is newer by 38 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1400 (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault 4, 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1992 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
