1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 57 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 469 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.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
