1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 48 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1504 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.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
