1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 51 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 602 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
