2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Durango | 1100 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |