1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 54 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500, 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
