1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 27 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 1400 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 99 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |