1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 1989 Holden Camira is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira.
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, 1989 Holden Camira, 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
