1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
