1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 50 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, 2004 Fiat Albea (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea.
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, 2004 Fiat Albea, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
