1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 53 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 2061 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 106 L |