1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
