1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 50 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 525 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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 2009 Ford Taurus 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. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
