1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 42 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
