1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 25 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 1400 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
