1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 660 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, 1975 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
