1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |