1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700. 1983 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
