1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 528 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
