2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |