1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 29 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 550 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
