1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 47 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 150 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, 2004 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2004 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2004 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
