1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 770 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
