1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 1974 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |