1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 604 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 595 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 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana, 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 595 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
