1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 48 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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. 2007 Nissan 350Z has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan 350Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
