1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (171 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
