1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
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 400, 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 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 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 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1400 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
