1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Sunny (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1988 Nissan Sunny (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |