1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 940 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 750 2006 Nissan Quest
Make Abarth Nissan
Model 750 Quest
Year Released 1960 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 590 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 76 L


 

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