1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 740 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 Trailrunner 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 Trailrunner 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 Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |
