1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 36 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 688 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 485 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.
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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 812 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Fiat | Lotec |
Model | 1400 | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1650 kg |