1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Cinquecento | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 897 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
