1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 50 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1130 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 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
