1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1810 mm |
