1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova, 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1000 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
