1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Sports |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2160 mm |
