1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 52 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
