1954 Dodge Custom vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1954 Dodge Custom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Dodge Custom weights approximately 335 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Dodge Custom | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Custom | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
