1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 Nissan Skyline is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 15 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
