1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 34 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1328 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
