1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 431 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 46 L |
