1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 62 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sidewinder | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| 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 | 631 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
