1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1115 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.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1400 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
