1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
