1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2160 mm |
