1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Strada | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
