1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1429 kg more than 1957 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |
