1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Because 1959 Abarth 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
