1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 47 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1279 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 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, 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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1200 | Titan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5556 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 | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 106 L |