1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1960 Abarth 750
To start off, 1961 Abarth 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 600 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 600 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1961 Abarth 600 (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1960 Abarth 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 600 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
