1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 57 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 410 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, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (280 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
