1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 46 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1405 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
