1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
