1962 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1781 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
