1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 53 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 1003 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Z |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
