1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 1979 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | 1400 | Avenger |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |