1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 42 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 980 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |