1995 Acura Legend vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Legend | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
