1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 52 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2007 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Proton |
| Model | 600 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
