1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | X1-9 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
