1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Fiat | Studebaker |
| Model | 1400 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
