1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 is newer by 50 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 632 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, 2010 Peugeot 206, 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, 2010 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2010 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 47 L |
