1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1584 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
