1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 52 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 884 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2009 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 135 L |