1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 48 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo (107 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 682 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, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2003 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Abarth | Daewoo |
| Model | 600 | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
