1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1969 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 537 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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, 1969 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
