1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1400 | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |