1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 AMC Javelin
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 14 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 915 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.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1972 AMC Javelin | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 600 | Javelin |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
