1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Presea is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Presea weights approximately 495 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1996 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
