1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1969 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1200 | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |