2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
