1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 45 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea.
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, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
