1946 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 535 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Fiat 500 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1946 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 567 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |