1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 495 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana, 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 1986 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Santana |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |