1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1969 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1969 Nissan Gloria is newer by 15 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 1,987 cc, 1969 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1969 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1969 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1969 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
