1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
