1976 Chevrolet Pickup vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is newer by 18 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 3,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup 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, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (407 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Pickup | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
