1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
