1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 830 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Pickup | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
