1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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 Honda Fit, 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2011 Honda Fit 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. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
