1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith.
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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 1400 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
