1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 48 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 785 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
