1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 614 kg more than 1962 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700. 1977 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
