1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 58 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto.
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, 2012 Kia Picanto, 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, 2012 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1400 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
