1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 40 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 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Innocenti Mille (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 275 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, 1997 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1997 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Innocenti Mille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 600 | Mille |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
