1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 42 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, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Opel Tigra.
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, 1998 Opel Tigra, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
