1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 980 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 1992 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
