1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 610 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
