1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 56 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 856 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
