1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 52 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 725 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1100 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |