1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 47 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Abarth | Daewoo |
| Model | 500 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
