1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 34 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 605 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
