1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 625 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750. 1996 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
