1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 51 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 737 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Note, 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, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Note |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |
