1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200, 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, 1998 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 1400 | 200 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |