1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 700 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |