1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1987 Nissan Micra is newer by 27 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Micra weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra, 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, 1987 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
