1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1030 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 1975 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |