1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1419 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 2010 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 600 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2946 mm |
