1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 315 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
