1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 750 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |