1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2980 mm |
