1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC 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), 2001 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC.
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 Saturn SC, 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, 2001 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 1400 | SC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
