1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 450 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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 Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
