1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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 Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Rasheen | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Rasheen | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2301 mm |
