1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Nissan Skyline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 245 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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, 1984 Nissan Skyline (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 1984 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
