1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 42 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 1999 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
