1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |