1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 37 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |