1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 28 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 311 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.
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, 1986 Rover 825, 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1400 | 825 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
