1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
