1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 35 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
