1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry.
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, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
