1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 44 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 1400 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |