1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1957 Ford 12 M is newer by 7 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, 1950 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
