1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1977 Holden Sunbird 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 575 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 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 1977 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1160 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 |
