1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 45 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |