1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 44 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 812 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 1963 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
