1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 600 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Primera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |