1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 735 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
