1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 22 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
