1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 570 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1300 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 1962 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |