1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1983 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 16 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 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 235 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1270 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2420 mm |
