1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 581 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
