1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 524 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 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 |
