1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 49 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 271 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |