1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 53 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1400 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3580 mm |
