1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 32 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 740 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Abarth | Venturi |
Model | 600 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |