1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 46 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 905 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 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1200 | Terrano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |