1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 41 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 713 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, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | 021 C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
