1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1981 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
