1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 27 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 15 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.7 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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 116 L |