2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 338 kg more than 1953 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | 1400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |