1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
