2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 360 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3571 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |