1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 54 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1553 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
