1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
