1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Patrol | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
