1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note, 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1900 | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1900 | Note |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |