1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 44 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 796 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1600 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3200 mm |