2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
