1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 36 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina.
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, 1993 Holden Barina, 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, 1993 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
