1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 30 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 500 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, 1990 Nissan Santana, 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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
