1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 1960 Abarth 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Fiat V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat V8 (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat V8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat V8 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
