1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is newer by 23 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 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus weights approximately 375 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, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 600 | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
