1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 29 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Daytona | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
