2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | YRV | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
