1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 132 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 1983 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat X1-9 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat X1-9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | X1-9 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
