1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2004 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1500 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |