1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1963 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1400 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
