1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1987 Nissan Santana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Santana weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana, 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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 700 | Santana |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |