1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |