1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1998 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 719 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |