1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 825 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 8V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 8V | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
