1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, 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, 1999 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 1400 | 75 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |