1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 885 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
