1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 546 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.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima, 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 Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
