1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1990 Ferrari F1 90
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 30 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 631 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | F1 90 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 12750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
