1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1955 Nissan Sports is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | Sports |
Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |