1965 Abarth OT vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1998 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 33 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 439 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth OT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | OT | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
