2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 49 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 712 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.
Because 1955 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Town & Country | 1400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |