1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1765 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 95 L |
