1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 830 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 Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
