1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 155 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
