1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 44 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1225 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, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
