1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 600 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |