1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 59 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.

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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2013 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2013 Hyundai Accent 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. 2013 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1954 Fiat 1400 2013 Hyundai Accent
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model 1400 Accent
Year Released 1954 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.7:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1117 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 43 L