1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2006 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Cabriolet 2006 Nissan Primera
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Cabriolet Primera
Year Released 1966 2006
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 62 L