1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 695 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Abarth | Holden |
Model | 600 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |