1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 18 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 395 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 600 | GT |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |