1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 24 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 180 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1200 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |