1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 43 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 902 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 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |
