1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 415 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
