1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 43 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1400 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
