2007 Nissan Note vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Note would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 116 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Note | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
