1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 5 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 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvair | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
