1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 29 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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. 1996 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2440 mm |
