1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 690 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
