1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 515 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, 1996 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1996 Nissan Maxima (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
