1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 49 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 762 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.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Abarth | Daewoo |
| Model | 600 | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
