1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 750 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |