1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 44 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 2000 Suzuki Ignis has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
