1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. 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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1100 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |