1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 50 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 820 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2004 GMC Yukon 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. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1400 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
