1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 810 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1100 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |