1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 29 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Mirada | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
