2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
