1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1983 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 319 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2420 mm |
