1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 43 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
