1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1960 Abarth 2200
To start off, 1960 Abarth 2200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,160 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 2200 (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1960 Abarth 2200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 600 | 2200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
