1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 41 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 1028 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
