1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 30 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1400 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
