1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 31 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
