1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1960 Ford Popular is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
