1955 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 920 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
