1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
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, 2008 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
