1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 54 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 147 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 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
