1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Terrano |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |