1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP) has 465 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 74 L |
