2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 689 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
