2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Espero (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Espero should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Espero.
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, 2005 Daewoo Espero, 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, 2005 Daewoo Espero (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Espero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Espero | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
