1955 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 58 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1674 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. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fiat 500 2013 Nissan Titan
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 500 Titan
Year Released 1955 2013
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 569 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 16 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 610 kg 2284 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 5704 mm
Vehicle Width 1290 mm 2019 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1895 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 106 L


 

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