1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1721 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, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2006 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
