2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 593 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 8V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 61.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
