1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 65 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 1038 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Z |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
