1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. Both 1954 Fiat 1900 and 1998 Saturn SC are equipped with a 1,901 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, 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, 1998 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 1900 | SC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
