1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 91 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Berline 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 1963 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Berline | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Berline | Altima |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
