1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 890 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 700 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 1964 Abarth 700. 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 (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
