1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 832 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, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
