1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 16 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 564 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Cinquecento | Note |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 123 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 26 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |