1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 57 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 122 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z, 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
