2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 57 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 465 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Croma | 1400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |