1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
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 Rover Metro, 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, 1990 Rover Metro (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1400 | Metro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
