1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 970 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
