1961 Abarth 2200 vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2200. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2200. 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. 1996 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2200 | 1996 Nissan President | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 2200 | President |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
