1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 46 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. Both 1954 Fiat 1400 and 2000 Saturn SC are equipped with a 1,901 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 2000 Saturn SC (154 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2000 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 1400 | SC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
