1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1964 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
