1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Micra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Micra (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
