1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 38 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 820 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | 1400 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |