1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 195 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.
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, 1988 Peugeot 205, 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
