1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
