1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1979 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. 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, 1979 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300. 1979 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |