1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1967 Abarth 1300
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 1967 Abarth 1300 | |
Make | Abarth | Abarth |
Model | 600 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1278 cc |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |