1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 28 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 129 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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, 1985 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 600 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
