1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 48 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
