1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2007 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Altima |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 73 L |