1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1984 Nissan Prairie is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 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 1959 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie, 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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1100 | Prairie |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |