1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 38 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 870 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 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | 400 R |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 471 Nm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |