1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 550 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
