1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 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), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 134 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| 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 | 850 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
