1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 357 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
