1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1963 Abarth 1600
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1963 Abarth 1600 | |
Make | Abarth | Abarth |
Model | 1000 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2100 mm |