1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 49 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1865 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 1962 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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, 2011 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Livina |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |