1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 970 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 700 | Altima |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |