1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1736 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 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
