1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 23 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 887 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 1978 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
