1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 47 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), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 525 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, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
