1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (115 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | 1400 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 87 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |