1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 43 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1591 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 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2131 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |