1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 28 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
