1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 47 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 860 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | Quest |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |