1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1988 Ford Telstar is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Telstar weights approximately 445 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, 1988 Ford Telstar, 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, 1988 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600. 1988 Ford Telstar 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. 1988 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
