1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1970 Nissan Gloria is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Gloria (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
