1950 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 905 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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. 2001 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
