2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 685 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
