1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 51 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1101 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 2010 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
