1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 840 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2000 Nissan Maxima 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. 2000 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
