1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 365 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
