1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 69 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500.

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. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1942 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1942 Fiat 500 2011 Nissan Titan
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 500 Titan
Year Released 1942 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 567 cc 5598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 14 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 2030 mm


 

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