1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 595 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
