1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | Sportut |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
