1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 46 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 1198 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, 2006 Fiat Siena, 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, 2006 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
