1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 42 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
