1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 277 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 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. 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 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
