1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 19 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 390 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Sedan | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
