2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 47 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | U4 B | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
