1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1200 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |