1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 304 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 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 Peugeot 406, 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1400 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
