1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 55 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 850 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 600 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Bravo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |