1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
