1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
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 Skyline (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |