1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 1971 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Vega | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
