1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 21 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 417 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
Model | 600 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |