1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 62 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 539 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. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Fiat 500 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 500 Frontier
Year Released 1948 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 569 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 16 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3200 mm


 

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