1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II 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 Terrano II (197 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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. 2005 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
