1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor, 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, 1986 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 1986 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
