1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2001 Fiat Brava is newer by 45 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, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava.
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, 2001 Fiat Brava, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
