2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 469 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
