1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 41 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 910 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2630 mm |
