1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
