1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 509 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
