1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1989 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 29 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1325 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 1989 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 600 | Virage |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 105 L |