1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 1977 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |