1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1968 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1968 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1968 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Seicento | Skyline |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |