1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1600 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
