1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 694 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Xterra (381 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
