1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2006 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 984 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Abarth. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat Abarth has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat Abarth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Fiat Abarth 2006 Nissan Navara
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Abarth Navara
Year Released 1982 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 100 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 2124 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3210 mm


 

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