1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 995 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
