1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 43 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 540 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1600 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
