1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Nissan Sunny is newer by 37 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 345 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.
Because 1955 Fiat 1100 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 1955 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
