1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 47 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Fiat | Noble |
Model | 1400 | M12 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 485 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |