1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1511 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 106 L |
