1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 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 132 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 900 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
