1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard

To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 115 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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. 1981 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fiat 1400 1981 Nissan Leopard
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 1400 Leopard
Year Released 1955 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 2753 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm


 

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