1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1400 | 350i |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
