1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 56 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 1151 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 1957 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |