1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, 1995 Rover 416i is newer by 39 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 416i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 416i (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Rover 416i.
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, 1995 Rover 416i, 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, 1995 Rover 416i (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 416i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1995 Rover 416i | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 1400 | 416i |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |