1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda City, 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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | City |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |