1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1995 Fiat 126 and 1995 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 855 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat 126 | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 126 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 25 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |