1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 47 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
