2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 909 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
