1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
