1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 40 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 517 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
