1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
