1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 42 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
