1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 39 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1997 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
