1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 28 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
