1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1985 Nissan Santana is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 1985 Nissan Santana 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. 1985 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | Santana |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |