1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1963 Abarth 1300
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 42 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 | 1963 Abarth 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 600 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |
