1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 58 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 750 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.
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:
1948 Fiat 500 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Quest |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |