1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
