1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1956 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1956 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1400 | 1900 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |