1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 750 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |