1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1941 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada 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:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3140 mm |
