1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 49 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Primera weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Nissan Primera, 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, 2004 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2004 Nissan Primera 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. 2004 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
