1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
