1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
