1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 18 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 744 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
