1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2000 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2000 Nissan Stagea is newer by 42 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 985 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.
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, 2000 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2000 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2000 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Stagea |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |