1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 13 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 600 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
