1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 44 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 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 690 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |
