1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 2100 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |