1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Berline | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |
