1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 740 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, 2009 Mercury Milan, 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 Mercury Milan (156 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1400 | Milan |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
