1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 55 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
