1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 861 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 73 L |
