1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 175 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
