1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
