1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1960 Abarth Coupe
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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 600 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
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 Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1960 Abarth Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 600 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
