1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 29 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Meteor weights approximately 297 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.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor, 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, 1984 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
