1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1969 Triumph GT6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 500 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
