1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 51 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 945 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 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
