1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 860 cc, 1952 Nissan Sports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Nissan Sports weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
