1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1987 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace is newer by 29 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, 1987 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1987 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1987 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1987 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
