1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 26 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 290 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1986 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
