1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 45 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (171 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
