1975 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 48 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Because 1975 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Laurel | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2301 mm |
