1966 Abarth OT vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth OT (185 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1966 Abarth OT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth OT | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | OT | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
