1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 2200 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
