1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 812 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, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
