1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 30 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |