1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 49 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada 2123 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 1400 | 2123 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |