1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 49 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1097 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
