1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 570 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. 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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
