1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Coupe 1999 Nissan Sentra
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Coupe Sentra
Year Released 1966 1999
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 1392 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2440 mm


 

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