1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 45 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 540 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
