1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 663 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2601 mm |
