1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1976 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 21 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 352 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
