1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1958 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1958 Opel Kapitan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Opel Kapitan (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Opel Kapitan should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 85 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1958 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
