1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Because 1955 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 1955 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 1400 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
