1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1967 Fiat 600 is newer by 6 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 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 24 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 600 | 600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |