1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
