1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100.

Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1100 2008 Nissan Titan
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 1100 Titan
Year Released 1959 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 523 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 106 L


 

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