1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 42 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1057 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
