1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 275 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | 1400 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 134 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |