1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fiat 1200 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 1200 Pathfinder
Year Released 1960 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 2240 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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