1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 403 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 47 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
