1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1977 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cedric is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. 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, 1977 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1977 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
