2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Fiat | Studebaker |
| Model | Sedici | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
