1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder, 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
