1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 50 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1070 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
