1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 859 cc, 1955 Nissan Sports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 18 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Nissan Sports weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Nissan Sports (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Nissan Sports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
