1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1776 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |