Segment: Compact
Production years: 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954
The Fiat 1400 was a major turning point for Fiat. It was the first unibody construction vehicle made by the Italian car-maker and it was offered in two major trim levels: for the masses and for the up-market.
The Fiat 1400 was the first vehicle built by the Italian car-maker which was licensed to be produced by other manufacturers, including the NSU in Germany, Stey in Austria, Zastava in Yugoslavia, and SEAT in Spain.
The Fiat 1400 featured a three-box sedan design, the “ponton” type with the fenders flush to the doors. The incorporated round headlights were a new evolution for that era. In terms of design, the car was well proportioned and with a sloped trunk lid. The filler-cap was inside the trunk so when the car was locked, the gas-tank was safe.
Inside, the car offered room for up to five adults, and, for the upper trim level, it was offered with an onboard radio. The upper trim level, which was introduced in 1952, featured an armrest for the rear seat passengers.
Under the hood, the Fiat 1400 was offered with a choice of three engines. There was a 1.4-liter gasoline unit and 1.9-liter gasoline. The latter was offered exclusively for the higher trim level. A 1.9-liter diesel engine was introduced for the first time in a Fiat personal vehicle. It was offered especially for the cab-companies and in the lower trim level. Another novelty for that era was the hydraulically operated clutch.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 4MT RWD (44 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1395 cm3 |
Power: | 33.1 KW @ 4400 RPM 45 HP @ 4400 RPM 44 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 67 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 91 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 75 mph (121 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 36 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Drums |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 5.90 x 14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.9 in (4239 mm) |
Width: | 65.2 in (1656 mm) |
Height: | 61 in (1549 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 51.5/52 in (1,308/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.46 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2557 lbs (1160 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3219 lbs (1460 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 4MT RWD (50 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1395 cm3 |
Power: | 36.8 KW @ 4600 RPM 50 HP @ 4600 RPM 49 BHP @ 4600 RPM |
Torque: | 628 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM 851 Nm @ 3400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 78 mph (126 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 33 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Drums |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 5.90 x 14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.9 in (4239 mm) |
Width: | 65.2 in (1656 mm) |
Height: | 61 in (1549 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 51.5/52 in (1,308/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.46 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2491 lbs (1130 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3285 lbs (1490 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L 5MT RWD (60 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1901 cm3 |
Power: | 44.1 KW @ 3700 RPM 60 HP @ 3700 RPM 59 BHP @ 3700 RPM |
Torque: | 96 lb-ft @ 2600 RPM 130 Nm @ 2600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 84 mph (135 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 23 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Drums |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 5.90 x 14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.9 in (4239 mm) |
Width: | 65.2 in (1656 mm) |
Height: | 61 in (1549 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 51.5/52 in (1,308/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.46 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2646 lbs (1200 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3373 lbs (1530 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 21.4 mpg US (11 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L 5MT RWD (70 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1901 cm3 |
Power: | 51.5 KW @ 4000 RPM 70 HP @ 4000 RPM 69 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 98 lb-ft @ 2700 RPM 133 Nm @ 2700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 84 mph (135 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 21.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Drums |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 5.90 x 14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.9 in (4239 mm) |
Width: | 65.2 in (1656 mm) |
Height: | 61 in (1549 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 51.5/52 in (1,308/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.46 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2657 lbs (1205 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3340 lbs (1515 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L 4MT RWD (40 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1901 cm3 |
Power: | 29.5 KW @ 3200 RPM 40 HP @ 3200 RPM 40 BHP @ 3200 RPM |
Torque: | 70 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 95 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 62 mph (100 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 55 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Drums |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 6.40 x 14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.9 in (4239 mm) |
Width: | 65.2 in (1656 mm) |
Height: | 61 in (1549 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 51.5/52 in (1,308/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.3 in (2649 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.46 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2712 lbs (1230 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3461 lbs (1570 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |