1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 43 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 635 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1400 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
