1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 44 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 787 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 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
