1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 257 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
