1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1958 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 859 cc, 1955 Nissan Sports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Nissan Sports (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Nissan Sports should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Nissan Sports weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 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, 1955 Nissan Sports (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Nissan Sports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Sports |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |