1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 124 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1430 kg |
