1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 559 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Mirafiori | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
