1965 Abarth OT vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 901 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth OT has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth OT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | OT | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
