1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 28 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 597 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, 1986 Ford Capri (95 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.1 mm |
| 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 | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
