1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 52 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1230 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 135 L |
