1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 55 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 814 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4390 mm |