1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 47 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 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 1184 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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |