1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1996 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sentra is newer by 36 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 390 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, 1996 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1996 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1996 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |