1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2008 Renault Sandero is newer by 51 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Renault Sandero.
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, 2008 Renault Sandero, 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, 2008 Renault Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
