1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
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, 1988 Dodge Colt, 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Colt | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
