1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 54 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), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3130 mm |
