1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 627 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 87 Nm |
| 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 | 1086 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
