1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
