1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
