1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 46 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
