1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1990 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 32 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, 1990 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1990 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 1400 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
