1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 48 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1000 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
