2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 447 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 598 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | 1200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |