1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1956 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 376 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |