1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 715 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
