1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 40 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 480 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 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |