1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 2002 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1956 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, 1971 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 2002 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |