1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 1300 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |