1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
