1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2008 Nissan Frontier 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. 2008 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1500 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 381 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |