1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 42 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 671 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
