1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 840 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, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
