1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 34 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
