1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
