1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2000 ZAZ Wagon 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 160 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 ZAZ Wagon, 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 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Abarth | ZAZ |
| Model | 600 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
