1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 670 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
