2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 54 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Fiat Idea (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Sports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
