2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 1991 Nissan Laurel 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 1991 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1991 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |