1954 Ferrari 212 vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 212 | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 212 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 50 L |
