1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 49 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
