1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 67 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1781 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
