1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Viper | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | Berline |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |