1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 52 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic, 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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
