1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1966 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 822 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
