1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 53 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1273 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 600 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
