1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 345 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |