1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 57 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1420 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |