1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 816 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 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 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1900 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
