1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 286 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1997 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |