1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango

To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 57 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 982 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Fiat 1900 2011 Dodge Durango
Make Fiat Dodge
Model 1900 Durango
Year Released 1954 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 2157 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1801 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3043 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 93 L


 

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