1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1985 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
