1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 53 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1020 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 8V | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
