1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Cinquecento | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 897 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3340 mm |
