1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 52 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
