1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 942 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
